Toyota Avensis Hatchback (2003 - 2008) 1.8 VVT-i T3-S 5d (2004/04) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Absolutely nothing. An image free car
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Looks nice. Common misconception that Toyotas are well built and reliable - believe this at your peril.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Never again. Appalling reliability and build problems and apathetic dealers
What are you likely to buy next?
VW Golf - as soon as I can get rid of this lemon!
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Franchise
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£8,000
When did you buy the car?
January 2006
Did you get a good deal and why?
Good deal - bought just before Christmas
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
What was the dealer like?
OK
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Dull and gutless
What's it like to park?
OK . Boot is sometimes tricky to judge
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Endless problems. Build problems, water leaks, failed clutch at 20k, failed ECU, constant problems with the brakes, leaking headlights. Without the warranty this car would have been a money pit.
What's most practical about your car?
Its economy is excellent - mainly as it spends most of the time at the dealers
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
